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Discover Athens: A 7-Day Adventure in Greece

Vasiliki Theocharidi

11 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through Athens, Greece. Explore ancient ruins, visit world-class museums, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this historic city.

Trip to Athens

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$33

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$ 3

Little Kook

Popular, fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet & savory crêpes & other treats amid whimsical decor.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Philopappos Hill

Views of Athens & the Acropolis attract hikers to this small peak with an ancient monument.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Theatre of Dionysus

Huge, tiered performance space seating around 15,000 people, dating from the 6th century B.C.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Archaeological Site of the Lyceum of Aristotle

Unassuming ruins of a site where ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was thought to have taught.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Byzantine and Christian Museum

Museum displaying frescoes, paintings, sculptures & artifacts from as far back as the 3rd century.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

Day 2

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$29

Athens National Garden

Big historic park with native & exotic plants, plus archeological remains & a children's library.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Acropolis Museum

Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Concerts & other performances are held at this restored stone theater constructed in 161 CE.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

Day 3

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$61

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$ 2

Lycabettus Hill Funicular

This funicular railway takes visitors through a tunnel to the top of Mount Lycabettus in 10 minutes.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Hadrian's Arch

This arch-shaped marble gateway with Corinthian columns is named for an ancient Roman emperor.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$6

16 - 24 min

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Directions

Parthenon

Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Acropolis of Athens

Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 4

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$43

Benaki Museum

Former family mansion of an art collector, with displays on Greek culture from prehistory onwards.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Panathenaic Stadium

Site of the first modern Olympic games in 1896, now hosting ceremonial events & tours.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Temple of Olympian Zeus

Vast temple begun in 6th century B.C. on the site of an ancient outdoor sanctuary dedicated to Zeus.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

14 - 21 min

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Holy Metropolitan Church of the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary

1800s cathedral church of Athens, featuring monumental Greco-Byzantine & neoclassical architecture.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Temple of Hephaestus

Ancient Greek place of worship, built in the Doric style out of marble with bas relief friezes.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

Day 5

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$45

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$ 3

Antonis Tritsis Metropolitan Park

Urban park with olive groves & trails around a series of lakes, plus cafes & a small stone church.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Directions

National Archaeological Museum

Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$23

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Hadrian's Library

Roman ruins of a library & cultural complex constructed in 132 CE by the emperor Hadrian.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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Museum of Illusions Athens

Interactive, trick-of-the-eye rooms like a vortex tunnel & upside-down room, popular for selfies.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 6

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$38

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$ 2

Roman Forum of Athens (Roman Agora)

The remains of this agora built by the Romans from 19-11 B.C. include columns & an octagonal tower.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Ancient Agora of Athens

Famous landmark featuring the ruins of an ancient Greek gathering place & a museum with artifacts.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Kerameikos Archaeological Site

Extensive ruins of ancient Athens' largest cemetery & a museum with finds from the tombs.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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Stavros Niarchos Park

Expansive green space next to a cultural center with landscaped walking paths & a playground.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

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$25

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$ 2

Technopolis City of Athens

Set in a former gasworks, this arts & culture space now hosts concerts, exhibitions & a gas museum.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Allou! Fun Park

Whimsical amusement park with rides & games for multiple age ranges, plus concessions.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

Budget breakdown: $281 In total

Activities & Food:$272

Transport:$10